Software Development Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking an Engineer II to join our embedded switching software development team. This entry-level position focuses on developing low-level C software for our managed switches built on Broadcom chipsets, ranging from 10GB to 400GB switching platforms. This role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career engineers passionate about embedded systems and network switching technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Feature Implementation: Implement well-defined switching features in C under senior engineer guidance, including basic L2/L3 protocols

• Driver Development: Contribute to device driver development for Broadcom switching chips and peripheral components

• Protocol Stack: Work on basic network protocol implementations (STP, VLAN, basic routing protocols)

• Testing & Debugging: Develop unit tests and debug embedded software using JTAG, GDB, and hardware debugging tools

• Code Maintenance: Fix bugs in existing switching software and perform code reviews with senior team members

• Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation for implemented features and protocols

• Hardware Integration: Assist in integrating software with switching hardware platforms across different speed grades

• Performance Testing: Support performance testing and validation of switching features on target hardware

• Learning & Development: Actively learn Broadcom SDK, switching architectures, and embedded systems best practices

Technical Requirements

• C Programming: Strong foundation in C programming, pointers, memory management, and embedded C practices

• Embedded Systems: Basic understanding of embedded systems, real-time operating systems, and hardware-software interfaces

• Network Protocols: Fundamental knowledge of Ethernet, TCP/IP, and basic switching concepts

• Development Tools: Familiarity with GCC, Make, debugging tools (GDB), and version control (Git)